Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes Odds Preview with Prediction

PNC Arena hosts an NHL battle on the odds menu between the Carolina Hurricanes and the visiting Washington Capitals on Saturday.

Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 3.2-2.2 win for the Capitals on Saturday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.

Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

Supporters of the Washington Capitals have seen them go 9-3-1 so far this season, while the Hurricanes are at 3-6-4. In totals betting, the Carolina Hurricanes are 7-4-2, while the Capitals are 5-5-3. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Carolina vs Washington injuries news.

According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 22-ranked Carolina Hurricanes and the No. 12-rated Washington Capitals in this matchup.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Carolina's No. 21-ranked offense, averaging 2.54 goals per game, against a Capitals defense that ranks No. 4 at 2.23 goals allowed. The Hurricanes power play is averaging 20% while the Capitals defense kills off 80% of their penalties.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

In their last action, Washington was a 3-2 Sportsbook on the road against the Blackhawks. Bettors on Washington at -130 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (5) sent PUSH bettors home happy as well.

Carolina lost its last outing, a 4-2 result against the Ducks on November 10. Bettors who backed the Ducks at -105 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (6) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.

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